Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550E, S65 AMG, And Mercedes-Maybach S600 Vehicles. A Transistor Within The Power Steering Control Unit May Overheat Resulting In The Power Steering System Being Disabled.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
S550
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
17V714000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
If The Power Steering Assist Is Unexpectedly Disabled, It May Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
MbUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Steering Rack, Replace It As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin In January 2018. Owners May Contact MbUSA Customer Service At 1-877-496-3691.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20160729
End Of Manufacture
20170214
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
72
Date Owners Notified
20180209
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20171114
Make Campaign Number
2017120009